5 Authentic Greek Recipes You Must Try

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Turkey is lower in fat, while beef is often more affordable.

bechamel sauce

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt is lower in calories, while cream cheese can be more budget-friendly.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Slice the eggplant and potatoes, then salt them to remove excess moisture.

Rinse and pat dry the eggplant slices, then fry them in olive oil until golden.

In a pan, sauté chopped onion and garlic until translucent, then add ground lamb and cook until browned.

Stir in tomato sauce, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper; simmer for 15 minutes.

Layer the potatoes, eggplant, and meat sauce in a baking dish, finishing with a layer of bechamel sauce.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.

Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

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